๐Ÿ“ˆ Investment

Lock-in Period

Definition

The minimum duration for which an investment must be held before it can be redeemed. ELSS: 3 years. PPF: 15 years (partial withdrawal from year 7). Tax-saver FD: 5 years. NPS: till age 60. No lock-in for regular mutual funds.

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